Origin
Jamestown, TN
Evening in Jamestown on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamestown, TN to Nashville, TN
Drive Time
42m
Distance
32.5 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamestown, TN
Kelly
Nashville, TN
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the rural landscape of Jamestown to the energy of Nashville, this 32.5-mile trip is an incredibly efficient option. You can expect to reach your destination in approximately 42 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a modest fuel budget of $5, this route is as economical as it is fast. Because the drive is short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations. Both cities reside within the Southeast, ensuring a consistent regional experience as you travel. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16.3 miles from Jamestown, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 79% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will rely primarily on I-24, supplemented by the Tennessee National Guard Parkway and the Debra K. Johnson Memorial Parkway. The most significant portion of your journey is a 21-mile stretch on I-24, which allows for consistent, uninterrupted progress. Expect a functional, interstate-heavy experience that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. While you won't find technical challenges here, the transition between these major arteries keeps the drive feeling direct and purposeful.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 21 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 32.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 24: Chattanooga, Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A-B
Toward I 24: Chattanooga, Nashville
8
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 24 West: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53B
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
7
26.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward I 440 West: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
8
28.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
7
28.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 21 mi | 22m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lafayette Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Leanna Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Sulphur Springs Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 21 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on Leanna Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Leanna Road
2
Turn right onto Sulphur Springs Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sulphur Springs Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 840 West: Chattanooga
4
Merge onto I 840
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 53A-B
Toward I 24: Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 53B
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 24
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 24
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 440
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A
363 ft
·
6 sec
·
Nolensville Pike
Use the left / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue South
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Ensley Boulevard
14
Turn left onto US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Turn slight left onto US 31A; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
169 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Avenue South
17
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
8th Avenue South
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 431
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Boulevard
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
411 ft
·
15 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 42-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around Nashville’s traffic patterns. You won't need to schedule formal stops given the brief duration of the drive, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that because the route is highway-centric, maintaining a steady pace on I-24 is key to your timing. Budget your $5 for fuel before you leave Jamestown, as you likely won't need to refuel once you are underway. Use the short length of this commute to your advantage by planning your arrival time to perfectly align with your Nashville itinerary.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 16.3 miles from Jamestown, TN, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32.5 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jamestown, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jamestown, TN
This is one driving day of about 32.5 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jamestown, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 21 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from Jamestown, TN · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Jamestown, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashville, TN
The final approach into Nashville, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Nashville, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.94 one way
$9.87 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.14 | $12.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Nashville, TN
Evening in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
42m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jamestown, TN to Nashville, TN covers 32.5 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.3 miles from Jamestown, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 32.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jamestown, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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